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Event Roundup

🎶 Live Music Weekend at Bass Notez
703 Talbot Street, St Thomas

Get ready for two amazing nights of live music right here in the heart of St Thomas.

🔥 Friday, November 21 | 8pm – 11pm
Griffin Noriega
No cover — just great vibes, great cocktails and incredible talent.

✨ Saturday, November 22 | 8:30pm
Jaded Soul
A soulful, atmospheric performance you don’t want to miss.

If you’re looking for a fun night out, good drinks and live local music, Bass Notez has you covered this weekend.

Port Stanley Fire Hall Market – Night Market on November 21

The Fire Hall Market in Port Stanley is lighting up the village with a special Night Market on Friday, November 21. All vendors will be open late, providing you with the perfect opportunity to stroll through the market, savor the atmosphere, and support local makers.

Stroll under the lights, grab something delicious to eat, sip a drink, and discover unique gifts, treats, and locally made goods — all inside a warm and cozy market setting. It’s a great way to kick off the weekend and enjoy a relaxed evening in Port Stanley.

If you love supporting local, this is the perfect night out.

🎄 STEGH Holiday Market is Coming Up!

Here’s a cozy community event to add to your calendar!
On Tuesday, December 3 from 4 to 8 PM, the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital is hosting its Holiday Market right in the Atrium (use the South Entrance).

This is a wonderful chance to support local makers, grab some festive treats and gifts, and enjoy a cheerful evening surrounded by arts, crafts, and food vendors. It’s all organized by the incredible STEGH Auxiliary, who work so hard to support our community hospital.

🎁 What to Expect
• Local artisans and handmade goods
• Festive food options
• Holiday décor and unique gift ideas
• A warm, welcoming atmosphere perfect for families

🚗 Bonus: Free parking!

🧡 Donations Welcome
They’ll be accepting contributions for the St. Thomas Elgin Food Bank, so if you’re able, feel free to bring along a non-perishable item to help support local families this season.

If you’re looking for something festive, local, and full of community spirit, this one is definitely worth a visit!

🎄 Christmas Countdown Market is back for its 3rd year 🎄

If you’re looking to jump into the holiday spirit, the Christmas Countdown Market is happening November 22 and 23 at the Masonic Centre of Elgin.

Local makers, treats, gifts and festive fun — it’s the perfect chance to support small businesses and find something unique for the season.

📍 42703 Fruit Ridge Line, St. Thomas
🕙 10 am to 3 pm both days

Saxonia Hall’s Christkindl Market is happening Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30 from 10am to 4pm, with free admission. Visitors can browse holiday vendors offering gifts, baked goods, crafts, and more. A warm German lunch and Saxonia frozen foods will also be available for purchase.

The event is hosted by the German Canadian Club Saxonia Hall, located at 522 Talbot St. W., Aylmer.

A festive community event to kick off the holiday season!

A Port Stanley Festival Theatre subscription might be one of the coolest ideas around this holiday season

Instead of another “thing,” you’re giving:
✨ Evenings out
✨ Local arts + entertainment
✨ Something to look forward to all summer
✨ Memories that last way longer than a sweater or gift card

PSFT has its Early Bird Subscriptions on right now, and they make an amazing present for the theatre-lover in your life (or for yourself… we won’t judge).

It’s a great way to:
• Support our local arts community
• Lock in your favourite seats
• Save a bit on ticket prices
• Experience a full season of live theatre in Port Stanley

If you’re stuck on what to get someone this holiday season, a theatre subscription is a thoughtful, local, one-of-a-kind option you won’t find in any store.

Your Chance to Score Cash and Groceries!

Get into the holiday spirit and support a great cause with the Big Holiday 50/50 & Grocery Giveaway! 🎁✨ You can grab your tickets in person at Canadale Nurseries during their remaining Christmas Open House weekends on Nov 22–23 and Nov 29–30, or buy anytime online for your chance to win amazing prizes—including the growing 50/50 Grand Prize Jackpot, a $1,000 Grocery Gift Card from Real Canadian Superstore, and beautiful holiday urns and Canadale gift cards. While you're there, enjoy all the magic Canadale has to offer: Christmas workshops, photos with Santa, a petting zoo, tasty food and drinks, and so much more. Come out, join the fun, support youth mentoring programs at Big Brothers Big Sisters St. Thomas-Elgin, and help us raise that jackpot sky-high! 🎄💙

🌟 Coming in 2026
The Creative Hub Services Expo

Moving to town or settling into a new stage of life often means looking for the right people to help you out.

Maybe you need a will
Maybe you are thinking about selling your home
Maybe you are looking for a trusted accountant or bookkeeper
Maybe you want a photographer, a cleaner, a caterer, a dog walker or someone to help with your next renovation project.

This expo will bring together local professionals from every corner of our community so you can meet them all in one place. No searching, no guessing. Just real people and real services that make life in Elgin County easier. Time and location coming soon.

If you run a service-based business and are interested in getting involved, please reach out to [email protected]. We would love to include you and help more residents discover what you do.

Mortgage with Brad “Tip of the Week”

A huge wave of mortgage renewals is coming in 2026 and 2027
Many homeowners are about to face higher payments, tighter budgets and some tough decisions. The good news is you do not have to wait until the renewal letter shows up. The earlier you start planning, the more options you will have.

Now is the time to get ahead of it.
I can help you understand what your new payment may look like, how to reduce your renewal stress and what strategies might save you money before rates roll over.

If your mortgage is coming up in the next 6 to 18 months, let’s connect early so you are prepared instead of pressured.

Brad Lister
Mortgage Agent Level 1
Tango Financial Brokerage Licence 13691
FSRA M11002225
519 637 2519
[email protected]

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